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KitchenAid Refrigerator Sb — Showroom/Sabbath Mode Indicator

KitchenAid Refrigerator · Error code Sb

What Sb Means

Not a fault. Sb on the display indicates the refrigerator is in Showroom (demo) mode or Sabbath mode — cooling and/or lights are disabled or modified.

Symptoms

  • Sb shown on display
  • Refrigerator not cooling at all (Showroom mode)
  • Lights and alarms disabled (Sabbath mode)
  • Buttons appear non-responsive

Common Causes

1
Showroom mode enabled

Activated for display at retail — cooling is off.

2
Sabbath mode enabled

Intentionally activated to disable lights/displays.

3
Accidental activation

Owner inadvertently pressed the mode-enable combo.

How to Fix It

  1. Consult your model's owner's manual for the exact exit sequence (varies by model).
  2. Typical exit: press and hold the Lock + Filter Reset (or similar pair) for 3 seconds.
  3. Some models exit by unplugging for 1 minute, restoring power, then pressing the door-alarm pad.
  4. After exiting, allow 24 hours for full cooling.
  5. If Sb returns on its own, suspect a UI board fault.

More KitchenAid Refrigerator Codes

CE CE — Communication Error F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Fault F1E2 F1E2 — Control Board EEPROM Error F2E1 F2E1 — Keypad/Tact Switch Stuck F2E2 F2E2 — User Interface Communication Lost F3E1 F3E1 — Fresh Food Thermistor Fault

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: kitchenaid.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.